Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine bright lemon flavor with floral lavender notes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest Fresh lemon zest gives these cookies a fragrant pop.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender Use culinary lavender for best flavor.
Buttercream filling
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream Adjust for desired consistency.
Instructions
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dried lavender.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until well combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls, place on a baking sheet, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Assembling
- For the buttercream, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cookies are cool, spread buttercream on the flat side of one cookie and top with another cookie to make a sandwich.
Notes
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Can freeze for longer storage.